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F2S Consulting will be holding a Practical Carbine Class at Echo Valley Training Center (echovalleytrainingcenter.com) about 20 minutes from Winchester VA, in High View WV on Feb 25-26, 2012.
Practical Carbine takes the shooter outside of the normal CQB range and expands the skillset of the shooter through consistent rapid application of fundamental marksmanship.

The Class will cover:

Combative setup of weapons and Support Gear

Zeroing

Manipulations/Corrective Action (Stoppage Reduction)

Initial Skill Assessment

Post-Shot Sequence

Fundamental Positions

Mid-Range Precision Shooting

Ballistics/Trajectory

Effects of weather

Optics

Use of Slings

Position Refinement

Combative Positions

Multiple shot engagements

Multiple Targets

Bilateral Shooting

Transition to Sidearm (as applicable)

One-Handed Employment

One-Handed Corrective Action

Alternate Positions

Alteration of trajectory

Shooting on the Move

Rapid Movement

Use of Cover

Use of Support

Low-Light engagements

Class fee is $350 and includes range fees.

Rifle Class Gear list:
-Serviceable rifle or carbine. May be any caliber from 5.45x39 to 7.62x63.
-Sling. Must permit the long-gun to safely hang without requiring physical contact from the user.
-(5) Serviceable Magazines. If using (20) round mags, bring (8).
-(1,500) rounds of factory loaded rifle ammunition.
-Magazine pouches that permit rapid access for timely reloads
-Eye Protection/Shooting Glasses
-Hearing Protection (Electronic Ear Pro is preferred but not mandatory)
-Brimmed Hat
-Weapons cleaning kit
-Firearm Lubrication
Recommended Items:
-Belt pouches/pockets (or whatever combination of those) that permit the user to bring (4) magazines to the firing line (not counting the magazine in the weapon). Magazines can be placed in pockets as well.
-Shooting Mat
-Hydration source (does not need to go with the user to the firing line)
-Snacks
-Rain/cold weather over-garments
-Sunscreen
-Lip Balm
-Insect Repellant
-Notebook and pen
-1stAid Kit for individual use for minor injuries.
-Gloves that permit safe operation of both weapon platforms
-Knee pads. Elbow pads are not frequently needed, but are acceptable
-Comfortable, robust clothing appropriate to seasonal conditions.
-Durable shoes/boots
-Extra socks (wool recommended)
-Electronic hearing protection
-Wrap around eye protection, with clear and tinted lenses
-Spare weapon parts or back-up weapons of the same platform
-Secondary weapon (side-arm) if the shooter's application of the long-gun is in conjunction with one. No ammunition is necessary for course completion, though firing will be permitted during specific portions of the class for those so armed

There will be a night shoot on TD1, make sure your light works and you have spare batteries if you want to participate.

You can pay by check or PayPal.
Your class seat is not secured until payment is received.

My max class size is 12, so if you want to bring a group of buddies contact me sooner rather than later.

The range facilities at EVTC are outstanding for practical carbine, but are not cheap. However, the range fees are built into the class fee.
This is not a 0-25 meter ammo-burner class, it is a 0-300 rapid precision class. Every round you fire will be with a performance standard attached. The 1500 round ammo requirement is not set in stone, but rather to permit remedial practice, extend firing time, and give the student every opportunity to solidify their trained skillsets. If 1,000 rounds is all you can bring, we can make it work, just let me know.

Cheers

As accurate as needed, as fast as possible, as many times as it takes.
-F2S Consulting LLC-

If there are any questions you would like answered prior to signing up for this class feel free to contact myself or Jack. We will answer any questions you have.

Interest in this class is high, for those who have contacted us about attending this course your seat is not confirmed until payment is received or we have specifically contacted you confirming your spot. Please list our email addresses as "not spam" as some communications may have gone to that folder in your email box.